
Cheap Apartments for Rent in East Chesapeake, VA from $900 (37 Rentals)
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Riverstone I

Starling Village

Oak Grove

Harvard Apartments

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Marina Point

Lake Village

Great Bridge Apartments

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Green Tree Apartments
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The Birches

Kingsbridge

Lakes Of Greenbrier

The Cedars at Greenbrier

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The Amber at Greenbrier

ReNew Chesapeake

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Streets of Greenbrier
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Hideaway at Greenbrier

Helix

Pillars at Great Bridge

Fenwyck Manor Apartments

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The Cascades

The Morgan

Red Knot at Edinburgh

Tapestry Park

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Infinity at Centerville Crossing
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Aspire at Towne Place

3408 Bainbridge Blvd

104 Cushing St

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917 Wickford Dr

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100 Diamond Ave

2817 Eric Ct

31 Farragut St
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1816 Carrollwood Common
East Chesapeake, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Chesapeake?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Chesapeake Studio Apartments | $1,694 | $1,637 | $1,746 |
| East Chesapeake 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,779 | $968 | $2,679 |
| East Chesapeake 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,999 | $961 | $3,213 |
| East Chesapeake 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,313 | $1,451 | $3,658 |
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Cheapest Available East Chesapeake Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in East Chesapeake, VA is a 2 Beds unit found at Westbridge Commons in the Pleasant Grove neighborhood priced from $961. Harvard Apartments in the South Norfolk Historic District neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,195. Here is today’s list of the most affordable East Chesapeake apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Westbridge Commons | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $961 |
| Harvard Apartments | Two Bedroom - Classic | 2BR,1BA | $1,195 |
| Riverstone I | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Classic | 2BR,1BA | $1,220 |
| Lake Village | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,238 |
| Great Bridge Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Green Tree Apartments | Woodland | 1BR,1BA | $1,267 |
| Starling Village | 2BR | 2BR,1BA | $1,325 |
| Marina Point | 2/1 Classic | 2BR,1BA | $1,396 |
| The Birches | Magnolia | 2BR,2BA | $1,560 |
| The Amber at Greenbrier | Garnet | 1BR,1BA | $1,572 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Chesapeake, VA and Nearby
As of April 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Chesapeake area is the $1.82 price per square foot The Lotus Model at Magnolia Chase Apartments in the in the Greenbrier neighborhood starting from $2,233. The second greatest value East Chesapeake apartment is the C1 Model at Lake Village starting at $1,480 with a $1.45 price per square foot in the Camelot neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Chesapeake apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Magnolia Chase Apartments | The Lotus | 2BR,2BA | $1.82 |
| Lake Village | C1 | 3BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| The Birches | Magnolia | 2BR,2BA | $1.54 |
| Riverstone I | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Renovated | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.51 |
| The Cedars at Greenbrier | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| Green Tree Apartments | Oakhaven | 2BR,1BA | $1.72 |
| Westbridge Commons | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| Harvard Apartments | Two Bedroom - Fully Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $1.74 |
| Starling Village | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.84 |
| Great Bridge Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.76 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Chesapeake Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom East Chesapeake Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom East Chesapeake Apartment is $1,250 at Great Bridge Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom East Chesapeake Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in East Chesapeake is starting from $961 at Westbridge Commons.
What is the most affordable East Chesapeake Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap East Chesapeake Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Lake Village and starts from $1,480.
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